Local health leaders from Peterborough Public Health and Peterborough Family Health Team say Minister Hoskins’ recent announcement that the Ontario government is funding free shingles vaccine for those aged 65-70 is great news for our community. “With such a high proportion of seniors in the Peterborough area, we expect to… Continue reading
Each month we will feature a profile of a business member of the Millbrook and District Chamber of Commerce. We start with local dance studio, Yogage, operated by Lindsay Storms. This fall, Lindsay Storms opened a dance studio operating out of the Old Millbrook School offering classes two evenings per… Continue reading
Parents Encouraged to Vaccinate Their Kids at School Clinics As new research reveals increasing rates of cancers caused by HPV (human papillomavirus), Peterborough Public Health is pleased to offer the HPV vaccine to both Grade 7 boys and girls thanks to Ontario’s newly expanded student immunization program. “In a new… Continue reading
Canada has been without a federal housing strategy since 1993 and we have all witnessed the hardship that has ensued. Currently in Peterborough, over 60 individuals are sheltered each night, the mere tip of a homeless iceberg. Wait lists continuing to grow for affordable housing, with almost 600 seniors on… Continue reading
For those who are striving for a healthier lifestyle and watching their weight, the Christmas season can sure through a wrench into the best of plans. However, I have learned a few simple tips to enjoy the season without gaining those dreaded holiday pounds. If you’re given a box of… Continue reading
The professionals practising at Whale Chiropractic in Millbrook came to the library in November to lead two public sessions providing information about managing your health. Dr. Robin Whale came to speak to an adult audience about vitality. His presentation was based on the teachings of Dr. James Chestnut, a world… Continue reading
Radon is a radioactive gas that occurs naturally when the uranium in soil and rock breaks down. It is invisible, odourless and tasteless. When radon is released from the ground into the outdoor air, it is diluted and is not a concern. However, in enclosed spaces, like homes, it can… Continue reading
Did you know the Peterborough Police Service offers a Vulnerable Person Registry for families and caregivers of vulnerable persons? The information provided to police is entered into a secure database that will be used by police and other emergency services during a crisis situation. In the event of an emergency,… Continue reading
Over 50% of the Canadian population is either overweight or obese, and these conditions cost the Canadian economy approximately $7 billion dollars each year. There have been countless mechanisms proposed to explain the obesity epidemic, but what about genetics? How much of a role does genetic make-up play for… Continue reading
